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Scenes in Mammoth Cave, 1874. Creator: W. J. Linton
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Scenes in Mammoth Cave, 1874. Creator: W. J. Linton
Scenes in Mammoth Cave, 1874. Tourists visit limestone caverns in Kentucky, USA, the longest cave system known in the world: Shelbys Dome & Bottomless pit; Grand Crossing; Mouth of the Cave; Mammoth Dome; Napoleons Dome; Gothic Chapel....in Shelbys Dome...The height seems limitless, and the eye traces on the walls innumerable scrolls, panels, and fanciful projections of the most varied design and beauty. Under the dome is the celebrated Bottomless Pit, which has a depth of one hundred and seventy-five feet...the Mammoth Dome, which appears much over a hundred feet high, with its magnificent walls of sheer rock. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In, A Delineation by Pen and Pencil of the Mountains, Rivers, Lakes...with Illustrations on Steel and Wood by Eminent American Artists" Vol. II, edited by William Cullen Bryant. [D. Appleton and Company, New York, 1874]
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This photo print, titled "Scenes in Mammoth Cave, 1874" takes us on a journey through the mesmerizing limestone caverns of Kentucky's Mammoth Cave. Captured by W. J. Linton, this image showcases various breathtaking locations within the cave system, which is known to be the longest in the world. The print highlights several notable spots such as Shelbys Dome and Bottomless Pit, where tourists can witness the awe-inspiring depth of one hundred and seventy-five feet. The Grand Crossing and Mouth of the Cave are also depicted, inviting viewers to imagine themselves exploring these subterranean wonders. One cannot help but marvel at Mammoth Dome's towering presence in this photograph. Reaching over a hundred feet high with sheer rock walls that exude magnificence, it truly leaves visitors awestruck. The intricate details found on its walls further enhance its beauty – countless scrolls, panels, and fanciful projections create an enchanting sight for all who venture into this underground realm. Taken from "Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In" edited by William Cullen Bryant in 1874, this print captures not only the geological wonder of Mammoth Cave but also serves as a testament to American artistry during that era. It invites us to appreciate both nature's grandeur and human creativity while reminding us of our connection to these ancient landscapes. As we gaze upon this remarkable image captured over a century ago by W. J Linton's lens or pen perhaps - we are transported back in time to experience firsthand the allure and mystique of Mammoth Cave.
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